Legislation Officer/ Senior Legislation Officer

Job title: Legislation Officer/ Senior Legislation Officer

Company: Government of Western Australia


Job description: Salary: Level 3, $89,464 – $96,043/ Level 4, $95,782 – $100,526 p.a. plus 12% Super (PSCSAA 2024)Position number: Pool Ref 219467Work type: Permanent – Full Time, Fixed Term – Full TimeLocation: Perth CBDClosing date: 2025-09-03 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)Attachments: –
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–You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading .This recruitment pool will run for a period of twelve months and may be used to fill fixed term and permanent opportunities.Currently, there are 2 permanent positions available for immediate filling.About the rolesThe roles are a vital part of the Parliamentary Counsel’s Office (PCO) quality assurance processes for both the drafting and publication of legislation, ensuring that WA legislation is of the highest quality. You will use your editing and proofreading skills to quality assure draft legislation. You will also use your skills in internet publishing to assist in maintaining the WA legislation website by publishing new legislation and incorporating amendments into existing legislation. The Senior Legislation Officer role will also assist the Manager, Legislation and Publications in ensuring the efficient supervision of the editorial and publishing team.About the Parliamentary Counsel’s OfficePCO provides comprehensive legislative drafting and related services to the State Government, its departments and agencies. PCO also provides legislative drafting services to private Members of Parliament and facilitates the work of Parliamentary committees.PCO publishes the legislation of Western Australia by hosting and maintaining the Western Australian legislation website, . PCO also provides a Bill management service to the WA Parliament through both in-house resources and a contracted commercial printer, and makes printed copies of WA legislation available through that printer.PCO offers an inclusive and supportive workplace, flexible working arrangements and challenging and fulfilling work at the heart of government providing legislative drafting services and related advice in relation to some of the most significant policy issues in Western Australia.EligibilityApplicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (at the time of application) or be in a reasonable position to obtain a visa to live or work indefinitely in Australia.Opportunities to work remotely while remaining in home State/Country and applicants willing to work a fixed-term contract may be considered.All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.About usWhen you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.Application processHow to applyPlease ensure you review the attached Job Description Forms (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.We require you to submit: * A cover letter clearly stating whether you are applying for a level 3 or level 4 position or both; and

• A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of 2 referees; and
• A statement of no more than 3 pages addressing all the role specific criteria contained in the JDF. Please provide examples to support your claims.

You will be assessed against the role specific criteria contained in the JDF.Pool RecruitmentThis pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, full-time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however an appointment is not guaranteed.The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at similar locations with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.Equity and DiversityThe Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on or call(08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section, contact or call (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.As a measure to achieve equality, the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 section 51 applies to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.For further job-related informationIf you would like further information regarding the positions, please contact Sandy Williams, Manager, Legislation and Publications, on 9264 1444 for a confidential discussion.Submitting your applicationApplicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.To keep you up to date on what is happening in Department of Justice and job opportunities you can go directly to the departments website or follow us on social media.

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Location: Perth, WA

Job date: Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:10:10 GMT

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